Learn more about the thought-provoking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that considers subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in technology-enhanced learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in courses via the Internet. These massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology organizations are struggling with in 2015 because e-learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers handle issues like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desideratum to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This authoritative new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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